The American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology have jointly issued a new scientific statement on screening for congenital and genetic heart conditions that can lead to rare sudden death in young persons aged 12 to 25 years. Are you up to date?
A new policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics outlines the academy's influenza vaccination recommendations for the 2014-2015 flu season. See what they recommend
A combination of 2 developmental delays in toddler boys can alert physicians to the possibility of Duchenne muscular dystrophy and lead to earlier diagnosis, a new study reports. What are the 2 delays?
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Pediatric Influenza: Risks, Immunization Strategies, and Prevention
Children experience the highest morbidity during influenza epidemics – The CDC states that children younger than 5, and especially those younger than 2, are at high risk for developing flu-related complications. Find articles, video, tools, and resources to help prevent and manage pediatric influenza. Read More.
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